Junior Java Developer

Key Responsibilities:

This job is a member of the Information Technology Team within the Information Technology Division.
Responsible for developing and supporting web based, mobile-aware, Java applications and web services.
As a member of an agile team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with internal customers, management, business analysts, project managers, IT architects and other developers to understand requirements and development needs while gaining valuable experience and skills.
With guidance of senior developers, creates new and maintains current applications, including, but not limited to, bug fixes, feature enhancements, and performance tuning in the Corporate Security, Emergency Planning & Response, Environmental and Safety IT portfolios.
Researches and implements new technology to enhance current processes, security, and performance.
Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues; identifies and implements solutions.
Works with a team to create detailed project specifications, requirements, and estimates, and ensures tasks/projects are completed on time and within scope.
Works with production operations department to ensure deployments roll out smoothly and customer groups receive appropriate support.
Documents validation of design decisions.
Supports the enforcement of policy and procedural changes within the development group.
Supports the development of coding standards and adhere to best practices and security guidelines set forth by the development team.
Participates in code reviews.
Provides on-call production support (24 x 7 x 365), as required.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

Skills-Java, Web services, Web based applications, Mobile applications and Azure.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
2 years total development experience.
1 year web application or services experience.
2+ years of total development experience.
2+ years of web application experience.
Airline Industry experience.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of object-oriented programming, common data structures and algorithms, design patterns and best practices.
Basic to intermediate development skills with, Java, JSP, JMS, XML, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, GIT, JQuery, Angular, SOAP/REST and other web development technologies
Experience with GitHUB.
Knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Cloudant, MySQL)
Ability to scrutinize applications and services to ensure they adhere to security standards.
Networking knowledge (Sockets, TCP/IP, UDP)
Excellent prioritization and time management skills
Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Personal commitment to Agile principles and a continuous improvement mindset.
Knowledge of TDD and automated testing.
Knowledge of PCI Compliance / OWASP standards.
Knowledge of diagnostics tools (Postman, SOAPUI, HTTP Analyzer, Dynatrace).